Prior to Christmas, I suffered from a series of rashes on my leg, which my GP gave me cortisone cream for. This cleared it, however since Christmas I now have a rash on my hands and little ...

Madison Olexson is a medical student at St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. Stephen Schleicher, MD, is director of the DermDox Dermatology Centers, associate ...

You never think cancer. 'A rash on my leg literally saved my life. 'I don't smoke, I only drink really rarely when I go out. So I was thinking, I'm perfectly healthy, why would I get cancer?

Fifth disease (erythema infectiosum) is a viral infection caused by parvovirus B19. It causes a red cheek rash, earning the name "slapped cheek disease." ...

"I thought maybe it's a flare up on my leg or did I catch myself when I was shaving? You never think cancer. A rash on my leg ...

The rash can involve flushed skin, plaques, and scaly lesions. It most commonly appears on the torso, arms, and legs. In some people, it may cover the whole body. Rashes on dark skin can look ...

and he complained of leg pain. "He then came out in a purple rash on his arm which spread to other areas of his body – we thought it was down to him playing football on astroturf in the garden.

The rash was not responsive to topical or oral ... back and the extensor surfaces of his arms and legs (Figure 1). The palms of his hands and soles of his feet were spared. The patient was ...

The rash may later spread to the arms, legs, and torso. Adults may get joint pain and swelling. Most cases of fifth disease are mild, but it can sometimes cause complications in people with ...

Medically reviewed by Kim Nichols, M.D.Medically reviewed by Kim Nichols, M.D. Your baby's adorable little legs can be ...

Chickenpox is a contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It causes flu-like symptoms and an itchy rash.

The underlying cause of a rash determines not only its appearance but also how it feels and how manageable it is. However, how can you tell when a rash needs professional attention? If you're ...